Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there from Yamagata Station?
Take a local bus via the city hall from JR Yamagata Station, get off at the Shiyakusho-mae stop and walk about 1 minute. By car it is about 10 minutes from Yamagata-Zao IC on the Yamagata Expressway.
Guides (1)
Are there volunteer guides?
Free volunteer guides are on hand to show you round in detail. They adapt to the time you have available, so a guided visit is recommended if it is your first time.
Nearby sightseeing (1)
Can I combine a visit with the Yamagata Castle site (Kajo Park)?
Bunshokan is within walking distance of the Higashi-Otemon gate of the Yamagata Castle site (Kajo Park), so the two are easy to visit together. The Japan 100 Castles stamp for Kajo Park can also be collected nearby.
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours and closed days?
Open 9:00-16:30. Closed on the first and third Mondays of the month (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period (29 December to 3 January). It may also close temporarily for exhibition changes or events.
Exhibits (1)
What is in the display rooms?
There are rooms presenting the prefectural administration of Yamagata since the Meiji era along with its history and culture, and displays on the restoration of this early Taisho Western-style building and the construction methods of the time.
Time needed (1)
How long should I allow?
About 30-60 minutes to look round. A volunteer guide adds a great deal. There are several display rooms, so allow 1-2 hours if you want to take your time.
Photography (1)
Can I take photographs?
Photography inside and outside the building is generally permitted (it is also used as a location for films and commercials). Restrictions may apply during events or when the building is hired out. Please see the photography page of the official website.
Prices (1)
Is there an admission charge?
Admission is free and anyone may visit. The assembly hall, courtyard, gallery and meeting rooms are also available for hire.
施設利用 (1)
Can I hire the facilities?
The assembly hall, courtyard, gallery and meeting rooms are available for hire for events and functions. Please see the user information page of the official website for how to apply and for charges.
Highlights (1)
What are the highlights of the building?
The lavish Taisho-era decoration includes the entrance hall, the stained glass on the landing (with a laurel wreath motif), the plaster ceiling of the main chamber, the parquet floors and carpets woven in Yamagata. Local specialities such as safflower and cherries are hidden in the plaster ceiling decoration.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
Bunshokan has its own car park. Please see the parking page of the official website for details.
Other (6)
What is the address?
3-4-51 Hatago-machi, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture
How much is admission?
Free.
Is there parking?
Parking is available. Please check the official information for details.
What are the opening hours?
9:00-16:30
How do I get there?
Take a local bus via the city hall from JR Yamagata Station, get off at Shiyakusho-mae and walk about 1 minute. About 10 minutes by car from Yamagata-Zao IC on the Yamagata Expressway.
When is it closed?
The first and third Mondays of the month (the following day if that Monday is a public holiday) and over the New Year period (29 December to 3 January).